Texas Style Blood Orange Margarita

Experience a bold twist on a classic cocktail with this Texas Style Blood Orange Margarita, a vibrant and refreshing drink that’s as striking as it is delicious. This recipe combines the sweet-tart allure of freshly squeezed blood orange juice with the smooth kick of silver tequila, a splash of Cointreau, and a zesty hint of lime for a perfect balance of flavors. A touch of agave nectar adds just the right amount of natural sweetness, while a salted rim enhances every sip with a savory contrast. Ready in just 10 minutes, this citrusy margarita is ideal for happy hour, backyard gatherings, or any special occasion. Serve it over ice and garnish with a juicy blood orange wedge for a show-stopping presentation that’s sure to impress your guests. Cheers to a cocktail that’s as bold and unforgettable as the Lone Star State itself!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 4 ounces Blood orange juice
• 2 ounces Silver tequila
• 1 ounce Cointreau (or orange liqueur)
• 1 ounce Fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Agave nectar
• 2 tablespoons Coarse sea salt
• 1 piece Blood orange wedge
• 1 cup Ice

Directions

Step 1

Prepare your glass by rubbing the rim with a blood orange wedge to moisten it.

Step 2

Spread the coarse sea salt onto a small plate. Dip the rim of the glass into the salt to coat it evenly, then set aside.

Step 3

Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.

Step 4

Add the blood orange juice, silver tequila, Cointreau, fresh lime juice, and agave nectar to the shaker.

Step 5

Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until well combined and chilled.

Step 6

Fill the prepared glass with fresh ice.

Step 7

Strain the margarita mixture from the shaker into the glass over the ice.

Step 8

Garnish with a blood orange wedge on the rim and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(412.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	350.4

Total Fat 0.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 11642.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 42.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.6g	0%
Total Sugars 36.1g
Protein 1.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 20.9mg	0%
Iron 0.3mg	0%
Potassium 286.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2.0%

Protein: 2.3%

Carbs: 95.7%